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Baby Blue' Colorado Blue Spruce 6/7' h B&B
Baby Blue' Colorado Blue Spruce 6/7' h B&B
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Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue'
Description
Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue', commonly known as Baby Blue' Colorado Blue Spruce, is a compact, slow-growing evergreen conifer with striking silvery-blue needles. Its dense, pyramidal form makes it a popular choice for ornamental landscapes and gardens. This cultivar is prized for its vibrant color and manageable size, making it suitable for smaller spaces.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for use as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as a focal point in rock gardens. Its compact size also makes it suitable for container gardening and urban landscapes. It can be used as a living Christmas tree or for year-round interest in the garden.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue'
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Common Name: Baby Blue' Colorado Blue Spruce
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Size & Growth: Typically reaches 10-15 feet in height and 6-10 feet in width
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Hardiness Zones: 2-8
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Foliage Type: Evergreen
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Bloom Time: Non-flowering
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Growth Rate: Slow
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Light Requirements: Full sun
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Attracts Pollinators: No
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Indoor Friendly: No
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Container Friendly: Yes
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Deer Resistant: Yes
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Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
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Fragrant: No
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Cut Flower: No
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Grows Well With: Junipers, other conifers
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a location with full sun exposure
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Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
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Soil Type: Prefers sandy, loamy, or clay soils
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Humidity: Tolerates low humidity
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Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning required; remove dead or damaged branches
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Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates
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Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container
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Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring
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Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent needle desiccation
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